A Hefty Drug Seizure at Hong Kong Airport

On April 12, 2025, Hong Kong Customs made headlines by intercepting two astounding drug trafficking attempts at the bustling Hong Kong International Airport, confiscating a staggering total of 19 kilograms of illegal substances valued at an eye-watering HK$11.9 million!

Teenage Trafficker Caught Red-Handed

In the first case, a 19-year-old local woman returning from Paris was caught with about 12 kilograms of suspected ketamine cleverly hidden away in her check-in suitcase. Customs officials, thorough as always, discovered the stash during routine inspections. Now facing severe legal repercussions, she’s set to appear before the West Kowloon Magistrates’ Courts later today.

Elderly Smuggler on the Move

But that wasn’t all! Customs officers also apprehended a 57-year-old woman attempting to board a flight to Brussels, with around 7 kilograms of suspected cocaine concealed in her luggage. Identified through skillful risk assessment measures, her plot was foiled just in time.

Ongoing Investigations and Justice to Follow

Authorities are diligently investigating both cases as they work to uncover the broader network behind these illicit drug smuggling operations. This bust serves as a chilling reminder of the ongoing battle against drug trafficking and highlights the crucial role of vigilant customs enforcement.